The ability of a coating to resist soiling.
The ability of a tape to be applied to a surface without discoloring the surface.
Stain resistance is the ability of a paint or coating to withstand exposure to stains without incurring damage.
The ability of a label to be applied to a surface without discolouring that surface. Also the ability of a printed label to resist staining due to exposure to the product being labelled.
The term stain resistance refers to any finish that repels water, oil, and most stains.